The Virginia Beach (Va.) Bayside quarterback reminded a lot of people of a younger version of JaMarcus Russell at the event, although more polished at the same stage. Manuel was head and shoulders above everyone else and drew the most attention of college coaches.

Thomas, from Fort Washington (Md.) Friendly, worked out with the wide receivers and flashed his quick feet, sharp cutting ability and excellent hands. Thomas looked like he was toying with opponents at times, adding extra cuts to routes to keep things interesting. He is a very good receiver and super quick.

Ellis was too big and strong for linemen to handle in the one-on-ones and showed some good agility and quickness for a bigger man. His bull rush was unstoppable but he also showed a nice outside pass rush and some polished moves. The Washington (D.C.) Dunbar big man raised his stock quite a bit.

Johnson isn't the biggest cornerback, but he can run with anyone, gets his head around well and makes a play on the football. Johnson, from Atco (N.J.) Winslow Township, has excellent instincts and he doesn't commit too early. He also has solid ball skills.

Okoroha comes from D-1 factory Greenbelt (Md.) Eleanor Roosevelt and has emerged as a potential 10-offer player. He has good size, runs well in coverage and is physical. He's also long and makes plays on the ball with good instinct.

The Fairfield (Conn.) Fairfield Prep tackle has above average athleticism for his size and a quick first step. He's not a fit in a 3-4 defense it seems because of his frame, but as a 4-3 defensive tackle, Kabongo could be a star.

Neumann has a very good frame to add weight and he proved he was physical in the one-on-ones. He uses his hands very well, stays low and anchors well. The Montvale (N.J.) St. Joseph's Regional standout stood up to much bigger prospects and more than held his own.

Haden is certainly better in pads, but he still showed off his quick feet and his burst in workouts with the running backs and wide receivers. His hands are solid and we know he's strong and he uses his lack of height to his advantage by playing with great leverage and balance. Haden and his Fort Washington (Md.) Friendly teammate Thomas are neck-and-neck in ability.

The Woodbridge (Va.) C.D. Hylton athlete showed off his athletic ability and pure physical skills in the one-on-ones. Carter is very raw and needs a year with a JUGS Machine, but his physical attributes and hustle make him a very intriguing prospect.

Why Beckford has no D-1 offers at this time is a mystery to many, but he won't be without an offer for too long. Beckford has a muscular, squat frame and he runs very well. In coverage, his quickness truly comes out as he has rare closing speed. The Irvington, N.J. product was the best linebacker at the event.

Much was expected of Forst at the event and to some he disappointed a bit. But let's not get crazy. The Manasquan, N.J. tackle is 6-foot-7, 315 pounds and raw. He improved in the one-on-ones as they progressed and looks to be coachable. And you can't teach that size with those feet. Once he gets coached up and becomes more physical, he could be special.